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- Fairmont makes IT green
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts has unveiled a comprehensive sustainability plan to address its technology infrastructure and information technology (IT) operations.
Green IT becomes the latest component of the Fairmont Green Partnership program and it’s aimed at limiting waste, purchasing responsibly, conserving energy and reducing the company\'s overall carbon footprint
The plan includes the in...- read more »
- Costa Rica’s Nature Air honoured
Costa Rica’s Nature Air, the world’s first carbon neutral airline, has been awarded the Tourism for Tomorrow Award from the World Travel and Tourism Council for its sustainable practices and commitment to preserving Costa Rica and its resources
In addition to its 100% carbon neutral program, Nature Air has developed the first bio-fueling station in the country and founded Nature Kids, a progr...- read more »
- New ship adds environmental features
MSC Cruises has incorporated the latest systems for protecting the environment into its new ship, the Splendida. The ship will be christened by godmother Sophia Loren on July 12.
Like its sister ship, the Fantasia, the Splendida effectively uses ‘green’ technology to ensure that she preserves the beauty of the sea and the air wherever she travels
Environmentally friendly features onboard inc...- read more »
- A little philanthropy from CREST
The Center for Responsible Travel (CREST) held two successful events in New York City recently that were designed to showcase its signature ‘Travelers’ Philanthropy’ program and introduce CREST to diverse audiences of tourism business leaders, foundation program officers, representatives from non-profit organizations, media, and academics
During an event hosted by Philanthropy New York, CREST’...- read more »
- Greensboro hotel earns LEED certificate
The 147-room Proximity Hotel in Greensboro North Carolina recently became the first (and currently only) hotel in the U.S. to earn LEED Platinum certification.
The U.S. Green Building Council promotes sustainable practices through its Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) system
Covering everything from site development and construction processes to air quality and energy u...- read more »
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